On September 19, 2026, Manchester City defeated Sunderland 5-3 in a Premier League match. Antoine Semenyo scored two goals for City, while Sunderland's Brian Brobbey netted a hat-trick. Despite the win, City's defense struggled, raising concerns for manager Enzo Maresca as they head into the international break three points clear at the top of the league.
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